Description and Brand Names

US Brand Name

Adipex

Adipex-P

Atti-Plex P

Fastin

Ionamin

Phentercot

Phentride

Pro-Fast

Suprenza

Descriptions

Phentermine is used as part of a short-term plan, along with a low calorie diet, for weight reduction. It is used in obese patients who have not been able to lose weight with diet and exercise alone. Phentermine belongs to the group of medicines known as appetite suppressants.